India to get six new mega ports

At least six new mega ports have been cleared to be built under the ambitious Sagarmala project by the shipping ministry. The project, which aims to modernise India´s ports, is estimated to save up to Rs 40,000 crore per year spent on logistics by key industries. The greenfield ports are likely to come up at Sagar in West Bengal, Paradip Outer Harbour in Odisha, Enayam in Tamil Nadu and Vadhavan in Maharashtra. As part of this project, detailed masterplans are being developed for all the new major ports. Contact: Ministry of Shipping. Tel: 011-2371 0356. Website: www.shipping.gov.in